Job Information
SAS Shoemakers Staff Accountant in San Antonio, Texas
Company Profile
San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based privately held company, has been in business for over 40 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high-quality comfort footwear.
Position:
SAS has an opening in the Accounting Department for a Staff Accountant who will report to the CFO.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for month-end close activities for multiple entities including the preparation and review of financial data, research discrepancies and make correcting journal entries accordingly
Analyze variances on the balance sheet and income statement to identify potential issues prior to close. Understand root cause and drive corrective action.
Prepare monthly variance analysis with detailed explanations
Prepare monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts with resolution to any noted items
Understand the accounting processes of how subledger accounts feed into the general ledger and be able to fill in the gaps when needed
Able to support different teams in the accounting department
Create Value Added analysis reports
Assist the CFO with special projects
Assist in establishing and maintaining procedures and controls which verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data to enhance the company’s value
Assist in streamlining and modifying current month-end close to shorten the closing period
Performs highly complex tasks, providing analysis in various accounting functions
Reviews financial data; maintains documented records supporting financial data used in analysis
Assist with Quarter and Year End Inventory
Assist in Annual Audit
Works on special projects and requests as needed
Required:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or an experience equivalent to degree
Demonstrated technical accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Excellent verbal skills with the ability to accurately explain your work
Excellent written communication skills with ability to present data
Interpersonal skills sufficient to engage with management to exchange information influence and persuade.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
The ability to work in a team environment and within cross-functional team(s) in a fast-paced, high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
The ability to maintain confidential information and ability to work with deadlines.
Be a flexible, strategic team player with infallible integrity and ethical standards.
Be someone who strives for high performance and uses technical skills effectively with a demonstrated emphasis to detail and accuracy.
Possess the ability to multi-task and work in an organized, detailed manner under limited time frames & tight deadlines.
Preferred:
Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Vlookups, etc.)
Experience with ERP systems
Knowledge of Microsoft D365/ERP as an ERP
Billing or coding experience
Physical Requirements:
Physical labor is often necessary for 8 hours or more per day with breaks approximately every two hours including sitting, standing and walking.
Ability to input data (typing) into a computer for long periods.
SAS is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to-race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientations, national origins, disability status, age, marital status or protected veteran class. No phone calls or agencies please.
